Beauty Brand-Backed Race Cars

e.l.f. Cosmetics is the Newest Sponsor of the Indianapolis 500

e.l.f. Cosmetics is becoming the first beauty brand to enter motorsports sponsorship, marking a significant milestone in its history. The collaboration taps Katherine Legge, a seasoned professional racer and record-breaker notable in motorsports history. Her achievements include being the ninth woman to qualify for the prestigious Indianapolis 500 race 2012, a testament to her skill, determination, and passion for racing.

In the upcoming 2024 race, Legge stands out as the sole female driver, with plans to take the wheel of the No. 51 e.l.f. Honda Dallara race car. This unique vehicle will feature the e.l.f. Cosmetics logo and a striking pink and red wrap. The partnership between e.l.f. Cosmetics and Katherine Legge represents a shared ethos of empowerment, resilience, and pushing boundaries.

Image Credit: e.l.f. Cosmetics, <a rel='nofollow' href='https://hypebae.com/2024/4/e-l-f-cosmetics-indianapolis-500-katherine-legge-motorsports-beauty-sponsor'>hypebae</a>, <a rel='nofollow' href='https://www.elfcosmetics.com/'>elfcosmetics</a>

Beauty Brand Motorsports Sponsorship
Opportunity for beauty brands to enter the motorsports industry through sponsorship, leveraging unique marketing strategies.
Female Driver Representation in Motorsports
Increasing focus on female drivers in motorsports providing opportunities for diverse talent and audience engagement.
Cross-industry Collaboration in Racing
Potential for collaborations between beauty brands and racing teams to create innovative partnerships and reach new audiences.

Where This Applies

Cosmetics
Cosmetics industry can explore new marketing channels and brand visibility through motorsports sponsorships.
Motorsports
Motorsports industry can benefit from diversification and expanding fanbase by partnering with unconventional sponsors like beauty brands.
Collaborative Marketing
Brands across industries can join forces to create fresh, engaging marketing campaigns that appeal to a wider customer base.
SCORE
6.2 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 83%
Activity 75%
Freshness 27%

Solutions for innovators working at the edge of change. We help transform emerging ideas into practical, durable solutions by combining strategic thinking, creative exploration, and hands-on execution.

Trends © 2026 Trend Hunter Inc. All Rights Reserved.
LinkedIn Instagram X